Laboratory Technician
2 days ago
Macclesfield
Lab Technician – CroBio (Alderley Park, Cheshire) Salary: Competitive salary Contract: Full-time, on-site Start date: Immediate. Fixed-term 6-month contract, with the potential to become full-time. Holiday: 28 days paid leave (including bank holidays) CroBio is an innovative biotechnology company developing next-generation microbial soil amendments that improve drought resilience, nutrient efficiency, and soil health. Based at Alderley Park, we’re seeking a motivated Lab Technician to join our growing scientific team. Role Overview As a Lab Technician at CroBio, you will play a key role in supporting our R&D efforts by maintaining a well-organised and efficient laboratory environment. You will assist with media preparation, routine microbiological and molecular biology procedures, and general lab maintenance tasks. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an applied research setting and grow within a fast-moving biotech startup. Key Responsibilities • Prepare growth media, buffers, and reagents., • Support experiments in microbiology and molecular biology., • Assist with maintaining microbial cultures and plant growth experiments., • Perform routine laboratory procedures following standard operating protocols., • Maintain accurate records and ensure lab equipment is kept clean and functional., • Contribute to general lab organisation and stock management. Requirements • BSc in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field (MSc a plus)., • Strong practical lab skills and attention to detail., • Basic knowledge of microbiological and molecular biology techniques., • Excellent organisational and communication skills., • Right to work in the UK and ability to start immediately., • Must be within a commutable distance to Alderley Park and hold a valid UK driving licence., • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced start-up environment as part of a small, close-knit team., • Experience working with plants and soil is desirable but not essential., • Skills in bioinformatics and programming are a bonus but not essential. What We Offer • Competitive salary., • 28 days paid holiday., • On-site role within a world-class life science campus., • Opportunity to develop new skills and grow with the company as we expand. Please send CV and cover letter to